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    Pawsitive Companions and Unconditional Love

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    Luca Prodorutti

    For the longest time, my sister and I had dreamed of having a dog to take care of and love. When I reached 16, the time had finally arrived. One…

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    Lessons from a Lifetime of Dogs  

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    Kayla Schwartz

    Everyone knows the saying, ‘Dogs are a man’s (and woman’s) best friend,’ but I have come to realize that they are much more than loyal companions—they also act as some…

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    A Dog Person, Without a Dog

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    Joanna Linde

    I’ve always wanted a dog. As a kid, I wrote “puppy” on every Christmas list slideshow and birthday wish list I made. I even hoped for a puppy to be…

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    Behind the Scenes at The National Dog Show with Lacey

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    Susan London

    On Saturday, November 16, The Kennel Club of Philadelphia hosts the annual National Dog Show. There are over 200 AKC Breeds showcased, in the seven group rings, filmed by NBC,…

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    Bleu: My Unexpected Journey to Dog Love

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    Ella Kilgore

    Growing up, I rarely ever tried asking my parents for a dog. When I did bring it up, my mom would always respond with, “You already have two brothers–that is…

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    A New Beginning for Bruno

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    Chris Perri

    When I was eight years old in 2010, my dad would always say we could get a dog when I turned 15. As a young kid, that felt like an…

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    Second Chances and Life Lessons from Frenchy

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    Haley Begany

    Dogs have a magical way of touching our hearts and teaching us valuable life lessons we never expected. I am Exhibit A, the beneficiary of the wisdom these remarkable animals…

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    Our Loyal Companions 

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    Allie Armour

    Ever since I was a young girl, I’ve had a dog or two in the household at a time. I’ve been very fortunate to have experienced the immense joys of…

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    Butch and Kip: The Story of a Rebel and his Apprentice

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    Paige Balliet

    When I was five years old, my family adopted our first dog, Butch. I remember picking him out of the litter at the Humane League — he was the smallest,…

  • white dog on bed

    Lessons from a Lifetime of Dogs  

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    Kayla Schwartz

    Everyone knows the saying, ‘Dogs are a man’s (and woman’s) best friend,’ but I have come to realize that they are much more than loyal companions—they also act as some…

  • dog on couch with birthday neckerchief

    A Dog Person, Without a Dog

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    Joanna Linde

    I’ve always wanted a dog. As a kid, I wrote “puppy” on every Christmas list slideshow and birthday wish list I made. I even hoped for a puppy to be…

  • show dog winning best of breed award

    Behind the Scenes at The National Dog Show with Lacey

    BY

    Susan London

    On Saturday, November 16, The Kennel Club of Philadelphia hosts the annual National Dog Show. There are over 200 AKC Breeds showcased, in the seven group rings, filmed by NBC,…

  • gray french bulldog

    Bleu: My Unexpected Journey to Dog Love

    BY

    Ella Kilgore

    Growing up, I rarely ever tried asking my parents for a dog. When I did bring it up, my mom would always respond with, “You already have two brothers–that is…

  • dog looking at camera

    A New Beginning for Bruno

    BY

    Chris Perri

    When I was eight years old in 2010, my dad would always say we could get a dog when I turned 15. As a young kid, that felt like an…

  • black dog looking at camera

    Second Chances and Life Lessons from Frenchy

    BY

    Haley Begany

    Dogs have a magical way of touching our hearts and teaching us valuable life lessons we never expected. I am Exhibit A, the beneficiary of the wisdom these remarkable animals…

  • young woman on couch with small dog

    Our Loyal Companions 

    BY

    Allie Armour

    Ever since I was a young girl, I’ve had a dog or two in the household at a time. I’ve been very fortunate to have experienced the immense joys of…

  • small child with puppy

    Butch and Kip: The Story of a Rebel and his Apprentice

    BY

    Paige Balliet

    When I was five years old, my family adopted our first dog, Butch. I remember picking him out of the litter at the Humane League — he was the smallest,…

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    Mini and Daisy: The Family’s Stars of The National Dog Show 

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    Hailey Main

    Each November, dog lovers from around the world tune into The National Dog Show Presented by Purina on Thanksgiving Day. The spectacular event takes place in Philadelphia, showcasing many of…